Small-Circle Jujitsu [Paperback]

Wally Jay (Author), Mike Lee (Editor), Doug Churchill (Photographer), Dan Inosanto (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 1989

The complete presentation of the system developed by Wally Jay, this book brings together elements from different arts, Jay's broad-based yet focused and effective system incorporates theories, principles, and techniques essential to the development of every martial artist, whether a novice or a seasoned veteran. In this definitive instructional text, Jay covers the history of small-circle jujitsu; techniques for warm-ups, falling and resuscitation; details on weaknesses of the human body; locking techniques for wrists, fingers, arms, and legs; throwing and choking techniques; and, self-defence against strikes, chokes, body grabs, and wrist grabs.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Black Belt Communications; First Edition edition (August 1, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0897501225
• ISBN-13: 978-0897501224
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (47 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #102,692 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good if you already know some Jiu-Jitsu, May 6, 2000

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"kennedyj4" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Small-Circle Jujitsu (Paperback)

As a Marine Corps Close Combat Instrtuctor, I can tell you that the majority of these techniques work well, and may be learned and applied by anyone. I do, however, beleive that much practical application and sparring/grappling against many different opponents is necessary to become proficient in any fighting art. Nearly ALL of the Marine Corps Close Combat techniques are found in this book. As our system was a collaboration of many SME's (subject matter experts), that has to speak for something. In addition, Wally echos one of my main points to my students, do not ever become subbornly commited to one technique. You must be able to flow from one to another based partly upon your skill, but primarily the actions of your opponent. Great book, although the pictures and descriptions could be better for beginning practitioners. If you are familiar with basic Jiu-jitsu techniques and principles, you should have no problems.

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A simple twist of the wrist can subdue a stronger opponent, January 6, 2000

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This review is from: Small-Circle Jujitsu (Paperback)

Wally Jay is an original, as well as a Hall of Fame martial arts instructor. This book must be one of the 5 or 10 best martial arts books available. It includes 11 wrist locks, 7 finger locks, 10 arm locks, 5 leg locks, 17 throws, 11 chokes, and 45 self defense moves against strikes, chokes, body grabs, wrist grabs, and arm bars. The step by step explanations are clear, and the large photos are helpful. All you need is a willing partner and you are well on your way to learning Wally Jay's awesome fighting system based on a simple twist of the wrist.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't underestimate the simplicity!, December 23, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Small-Circle Jujitsu (Paperback)

The novice may not appreciate the conservation of motion and simplicity that Dr. Jay brings to his technique of Small circle. Effortless effort! The STRENGTH of these techniques are contained in the subtle, minute changes in body position rather than brute force that seems to be the trend of the "pedestrian" martial artist today. If you have personally studied with Dr. Jay, you can appreciate the beauty behind these techniques.A great book to dissect over and over again.